After graduation
In the last decade, just over half of our graduates started a PhD track and about one third found employment in biotech companies or the pharmaceutical industry. There are plenty of great job opportunities in biomedical research in Belgium, as it has the highest number of clinical studies per capita. So you’re in the right place!
What have you learnt?
You’ll be properly prepared for the challenges ahead, thanks to the hands-on experience gained in internships, our multidisciplinary training and working with clinicians and colleagues trained in other domains such as pharmaceutical sciences or bioengineering. Your mission, as a biomedical scientist, is to try and trace back the cause of diseases, opening up opportunities for prevention and the development of new diagnostic methods and treatments. Reducing symptoms, but above all really curing the patient. A challenge, whose success depends on intensive international and cross-disciplinary collaboration at the crossroads of biomolecules, in vitro and in vivo preclinical research, clinical trials and patient care.
Are you aware that VUB sometimes looks for biomedical researchers?
That's right! You can build an exciting and meaningful career as a biomedical researcher here at your alma mater. As a large organisation we look for very diverse profiles.
Join our community of former students
On graduation from VUB you become part of a unique network of 75,000 former students (known as alumni) who are ready to build a better future. We exchange as many experiences, ideas and other forms of knowledge as possible to stand stronger together in our jobs, our lives and the world outside.
So, besides strengthening your position on the labour market, a VUB diploma gives you a network you can build on to realise your professional ambitions and make a difference in the world. Do you need more reasons? We list more below for you.
... it's worth it!
- Benefits on and off campus - A BasicFit annual subscription at half the price, student rates in the Resto... : being a former student pays off with a digital alumni pass.
- Help with job applications - It is sometimes hard for young alumni to find their way on the labour market. We help you get off to a flying start.
- Networking - Join your faculty or study-programme alumni association and keep up to date with the latest networking events and developments in your field.
- Career inspiration - Are you looking for a job that matches your passions? Read the career stories and tips of former students and discover the possibilities per diploma.
- Our continuing education - Society and the labour market are constantly on the move. Our continuing education courses keep your knowledge and skills relevant. For a lifetime.